The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is considering banning the social media/messaging app Telegram. The company’s chief compliance officer, Zulkarnain Mohd Yasin, said this could be necessary in order to offer protection to users of the app, as well as to safeguard national sovereignty.

But just how dangerous is Telegram? And is banning the app (and social media platforms, in general) the right way to go about dealing with this issue? We speak to media expert, Dr Benjamin Loh. 



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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is considering banning the social media/messaging app Telegram. The company’s chief compliance officer, Zulkarnain Mohd Yasin, said this could be necessary in order to offer protection to users of the app, as well as to safeguard national sovereignty.But just how dangerous is Telegram? And is banning the app (and social media platforms, in general) the right way to go about dealing with this issue? We speak to media expert, Dr Benjamin Loh.&nbsp;Image Credit: alex itskovich / <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Shutterstock.com">Shutterstock.com</a>

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Should the Malaysian Government Ban Telegram?

Education today isn't just about where you study, it's about what kind of world you're being prepared for. A new partnership between Sunway International Schools and Magdalen College School, Oxford is bringing together these two different yet deeply aligned institutions, who are united in the belief that great education should open minds, build character, and prepare young people for a world that's constantly changing. We'll be exploring what that means with Helen Pike, the Master of Magdalen College School, Oxford, and Prof. Cheng Mien Wee, the Executive Director of Sunway International Schools.

Education today isn't just about where you study, it's about what kind of world you're being prepared for. A new partnership between Sunway International Schools and Magdalen College School, Oxford is bringing together these two different yet deeply aligned institutions, who are united in the belief that great education should open minds, build character, and prepare young people for a world that's constantly changing. We'll be exploring what that means with Helen Pike, the Master of Magdalen College School, Oxford, and Prof. Cheng Mien Wee, the Executive Director of Sunway International Schools.

Sunway & Magdalen College School: Education with Purpose

When we think about education, we often think about primary schools, secondary schools, universities, and examinations. In doing so, we often forget one of the most important components of the entire system: preschool.

Preschool is not just preparation for school, it is the foundation for how a child thinks, feels, relates to others, and learns for life.

Recognising this, the Ministry of Education has introduced Prasekolah 2026, a major reform aimed at strengthening early childhood education by focusing not just on academics, but on holistic development. 
In this episode, we speak to Sarina Salim, Senior Deputy Director, Curriculum Development Division, Ministry of Education. 

When we think about education, we often think about primary schools, secondary schools, universities, and examinations. In doing so, we often forget one of the most important components of the entire system: preschool.Preschool is not just preparation for school, it is the foundation for how a child thinks, feels, relates to others, and learns for life.Recognising this, the Ministry of Education has introduced Prasekolah 2026, a major reform aimed at strengthening early childhood education by focusing not just on academics, but on holistic development. In this episode, we speak to Sarina Salim, Senior Deputy Director, Curriculum Development Division, Ministry of Education.&nbsp;

Here’s How the Government is Transforming Preschool Education in Malaysia

How do we spotlight an important cause like Breast Cancer Awareness while also championing and encouraging women to take on empowering sports? In collaboration with the Malaysian Golf Association, the Swing for Pink event, happening on the 25th of September at the Mines Resort & Golf Club aims to do just that. We learn more about the event with Dato’ Merina Gan and spotlight its cause, raising awareness for the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre Breast Cancer Resource Centre. 

How do we spotlight an important cause like Breast Cancer Awareness while also championing and encouraging women to take on empowering sports? In collaboration with the Malaysian Golf Association, the Swing for Pink event, happening on the 25th of September at the Mines Resort &amp; Golf Club aims to do just that. We learn more about the event with Dato’ Merina Gan and spotlight its cause, raising awareness for the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre Breast Cancer Resource Centre.&nbsp;

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